Bedford High School's Keith Roop pitched a complete game for Stanton and allowed only four hits and no earned runs, striking out nine. Global's Charlie Pappas also pitched a complete game and fought valiantly to earn a win for his team, striking out seven and allowing just five hits.

Stanton scored two runs in the first inning, one on an RBI single by catcher Chaz Agrillo and the second on a walk by left-fielder Chris Keefe with the bases loaded.
Stanton struck again in the fourth inning, scoring three runs on an RBI single by third baseman Dan Uberti, an RBI double by Roop and an unearned run. Agrillo completed the Stanton scoring in the sixth inning with another RBI single.

Global's runs were scored by Harry Marino, Noah Bruno and Matt Corapi. Chris Thibault, Brett Sawin and Bruno each had a hit for Global.

Stanton's other hit was a single by first baseman John McGrath.

With its playoff win, Stanton Insurance advances to the second round against Joyce Funeral Home tomorrow night.